Athletic Club vs Chapecoense - Serie B Match

Athletic Club vs Chapecoense Preview: Serie B Clash

Athletic Club will host Chapecoense at Estádio Joaquim Portugal (São João Del Rei, Minas Gerais) on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 01:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting Serie B encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.

Head-to-Head Record

Chapecoense have enjoyed success in this fixture historically, winning 2 of the last 2 encounters compared to Athletic Club's 0 wins. With 0 draws between them, the visitors will be confident of continuing their positive record.

Expected Tactics & Formations

Athletic Club are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Chapecoense will likely deploy a 4-2-3-1 system. The tactical battle between these two setups could prove decisive in determining the outcome.

Match Officials

R. Aguiar da Costa will be the referee for this fixture.

Match Prediction & Analysis

This promises to be a tightly contested affair with little separating these two sides on paper. Both teams will fancy their chances of victory, and the match could go either way. Expect an entertaining encounter with plenty of action and possibly goals at both ends.

Key Facts

• Kick-off: Saturday, August 23, 2025, 01:00 UTC
• Venue: Estádio Joaquim Portugal (São João Del Rei, Minas Gerais)
• Competition: Serie B
• Athletic Club Position: 15th (44 pts)
• Chapecoense Position: 3rd (62 pts)
• H2H Record (Last 2): Athletic Club 0W - 0D - 2W Chapecoense
• Referee: R. Aguiar da Costa